Digital woodlands incursion
Creative arts
Program
Students will be introduced to the techniques and methods of digital photography. They will create a portfolio of photographs of the natural areas near your school.
Learning intention
We are learning to represent the natural world through digital photography.
Activities
Introduction
Students will learn digital photography skills, techniques, and methodologies, including iPad photography, the rule of thirds, composition, and macro photography.
Field photography
Students will work collaboratively to select photo subjects, compose shots, and identify creative ways to express their photographs.
Publishing
Students will review and edit their field photographs, creating a photo story using the Book Creator app. They will also select a photo to be printed. Printed images and frames will be delivered to school after the incursion.
Photo gallery
Students view a slide show of the day's best photographs and discuss the features and techniques used.